HB1340

Oklahoma HB1340 amends The Governmental Tort Claims Act to redefine certain terms and entities considered employees of the state.

Oklahoma HB1340 amends The Governmental Tort Claims Act by modifying definitions and clarifying which entities and individuals are considered employees of the state for tort liability purposes. The bill specifies that members of the state military forces on active duty are state employees, regardless of location. It also redefines "employee" to include certain physicians, residents, and interns under specific conditions. Additionally, the bill identifies various entities, such as fire protection districts and regional transportation authorities, as state employees for tort claims purposes.